Mom calls for changes after video appears to show girl not properly secured in state fair ride

The 9-year-old Alabama girl can be heard screaming on video after she realized she wasn’t fully buckled in. Now, her mother fears that “additional training” for ride operators is not enough.

Former Alabama state attorney pleads guilty to child porn

Chase Tristian Espy, 36, pleaded guilty to possessing child pornography, authorities said in a statement.

Man charged with abusing body of woman last seen in Florida

Marcus Spanevelo, 35, was accused of mistreating the remains of Cassie Carli but wasn’t charged in her death.

Issues with 911 calls in northeast Georgia resolved

Issues plaguing some Verizon customers in northeast Georgia, Alabama, and North Carolina trying to connect using 911 this week appears to be resolved.

US Supreme Court takes up key voting rights case from Alabama

The justices are hearing arguments Tuesday in an Alabama redistricting case that could have far-reaching effects on minority voting power across the United States.

Alabama halts execution because of time, IV access concerns

Alabama Corrections Commissioner John Hamm said the state halted the scheduled execution of Alan Miller after they determined they could not get the lethal injection underway before a midnight deadline.

Waterspout spotted off Alabama coast

A waterspout was spotted off the coast of Fort Morgan, Alabama

Followers of social media spirituality influencer accused of 2 murders in Alabama: 'I am a god'

Several followers of a social media influencer who calls himself a "god" have been accused of two separate murders in Alabama. The leader is currently in a Georgia prison on charges of child molestation and child cruelty.

‘Oh my gosh!’: Curious golden retriever in Alabama spooks manatees — and herself

When a golden retriever paddled a little too close to a herd of manatees in the waters off Alabama's Gulf Coast, the startled sea cows erupted into a splashing frenzy around the pup — prompting the dog to immediately make a beeline back for the beach.

Alabama approves Nick Saban's 8-year contract worth $93.6 million

Alabama coach Nick Saban is getting a new eight-year contract worth at least $93.6 million, eclipsing the recent megadeal of Southeastern Conference rival Kirby Smart.

Man admits faking his death to avoid sex abuse charges

A military veteran pleaded guilty to faking his own death to try to avoid sexual abuse charges in Mississippi.